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How to Make The BEST Fried Rice
This fried rice recipe uses a combination of canola and toasted sesame oils to develop a crisp, golden rice texture combined with diced ham, sautéed vegetables like peas and carrots, garlic, and green onions. Eggs are added toward the end for richness and binding, creating a balanced and flavorful fried rice perfect as a main or side dish.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
8
Calories:
520 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Asian
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons canola oil , divided
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil divided, toasted
- 8 green onions , trimmed and thinly sliced
- 2-3 garlic about 2 tablespoons garlic), minced, cloves
- 5 ounces ham diced (about 2 cups, thickly sliced
- 1 cup pea defrosted, frozen
- 1 cup carrot defrosted, frozen
- 4 cups white rice cold, cooked
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 egg
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the canola oil and 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Once the oil is hot, add half of the green onions and garlic, stirring to coat. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes. Add the chopped ham and cook for 2-3 more minutes or until warmed through. Add the peas and carrots and sauté for another minute or so. Transfer the ham and veggies to a plate or bowl and set aside.
- In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of canola oil and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Once the oil is hot, add the rice to the skillet and toss to coat. Spread the rice in an even layer, pressing down with a spatula to flatten. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes. Stir and repeat this process about two more times, or until the rice is crisp and golden brown. Add the soy sauce, the ham and veggie mixture, and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low.
- Meanwhile, in a separate non-stick skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. While the butter melts, whisk the eggs in a bowl, then add to the skillet. Cook the eggs while stirring until soft curds form, then remove from heat and add to the fried rice. Taste for seasoning and add more soy sauce or sesame oil if desired. Top with the rest of the green onions and serve.
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Notes
- Use cold, cooked white rice to achieve the best fried rice texture and prevent clumping.
- Add optional heat by topping with Sriracha or Sambal Olek sauce.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top to add nutty flavor and extra crunch.
- Divide the cooking process to build flavors by cooking ingredients in stages rather than all at once.
Nutrition Information
Calories
520kcal
(26%)
Carbohydrates
78g
(26%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
(24%)
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
97mg
(32%)
Sodium
650mg
(27%)
Potassium
272mg
(6%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
1944IU
(39%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
56mg
(6%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 520
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 520kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 78g | 26% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 650mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 272mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1944IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.